Casa Caspio 

In Mexico, the cost of living and real estate has risen significantly, mirroring trends seen in many countries in recent years. This surge has rendered the market unattainable for many, prompting a more competitive environment among sellers and architects to make their projects appealing to potential buyers.

The Caspio House was conceived as a property for sale, presenting the challenge of designing a modern home that caters to the diverse needs of a mixed demographic while remaining economically viable. It's important to note that in Mexico, the investment in a family home typically represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, necessitating a design that accommodates various stages of family life and all associated needs.

Our team recognized that the key to meeting these challenges lay in the thoughtful distribution of interior space, catering to the needs of an upper middle-class economy. Rather than focusing solely on the exterior aesthetics, we prioritized functionality and adaptability within the home.

Furthermore, our team identified crucial points of interest that served as guiding principles for siting the building appropriately within its surroundings.

The Caspio House comprises eight rectangular volumes, with four below dedicated to social areas and four above for private use. Each block, along with its structure, responds uniquely to its surroundings. Some volumes extrude to maximize space, creating additional areas, open spaces, or offering better views, while others are recessed to optimize arrangement or adapt to the immediate environment.

The social areas and principal rooms are strategically oriented to face north, taking advantage of the cool winds from the east valley and minimizing exposure to sunlight during Monterrey's scorching 45°C summers. This orientation also maximizes the panoramic view of the iconic Cerro de la Silla mountain, a prominent symbol of the city.

The west facade is predominantly closed to mitigate the effects of the summer climate and reduce noise from the neighboring community event pavilion, prioritizing privacy. However, it selectively opens to provide glimpses of the southeastern mountain range, Sierra Madre Oriental.

The east facade adheres to neighborhood regulations, requiring it to align directly with the property limit. This posed challenges for incorporating roof windows and ventilation through the roof.

The front facade, facing south, features a small garden entrance on the ground floor. This not only enhances the street view but also facilitates ventilation and provides a natural focal point for the office and secondary rooms, fostering a sense of interaction with the surroundings beyond just the street view.